This form is used by a tenant to inform the landlord of a problem with the lease premises, specifically failure of the heating system. With this form, the tenant notifies the landlord that he/she/it has breached the statutory duty to maintain the property in tenantable condition and demands that immediate repairs be made.
Type 1: Salinas California Letter from Tenant to Landlord Containing Notice of a Broken Heater and Demand for Immediate Remedy [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Notice of Broken Heater, Unsafe Conditions, and Demand for Immediate Remedy Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to bring to your attention an urgent matter that requires immediate attention and resolution. The purpose of this correspondence is to formally notify you of the broken heater in my rented property located at [Address]. On [date], I discovered that the heater in my unit is malfunctioning, causing unsafe and inadequate heating conditions. Despite my attempts to adjust the thermostat settings and follow the operating instructions, the heater fails to produce any warm air. This poses significant health risks, especially during the colder months, and creates a discomforting living environment for myself and any other occupants of the property. It is my sincere belief that the current condition of the heater violates the principles of habitability, as established under California law. As a tenant, I have the right to a safe and livable space. It is the responsibility of the landlord to ensure that all essential amenities, such as heating, are functional and in working order. In light of the above, I kindly request that you take immediate action to remedy this situation. I expect the heater to be repaired or replaced promptly by a licensed and qualified technician. Given the urgency of the matter and the potential health risks involved, I trust that you will prioritize this repair and address the issue without any delay. Please be advised that the failure to rectify this problem within a reasonable time frame may result in serious consequences. If the heating issue is not addressed within [reasonable time frame, e.g., 7 days], I will be left with no choice but to explore my legal options, which may include contacting appropriate authorities, seeking legal representation, and withholding rent until the issue is resolved. I sincerely hope it does not come to that, as I value a positive and cooperative landlord-tenant relationship. Therefore, I kindly request your immediate attention to this matter. To facilitate prompt communication, I can be reached at the contact details provided above. I would appreciate receiving a response from you within 48 hours, outlining a plan to resolve the heating problem. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I trust that you will take this issue seriously and act in accordance with your legal obligations. I look forward to a swift resolution to ensure that my living conditions are restored to a safe and comfortable state. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Signature] Type 2: Salinas California Letter from Tenant to Landlord Containing Notice of Unsafe or Inadequate Heater and Demand for Immediate Remedy (Adjust the template to suit the specific issue — unsafe or inadequate heater) Type 3: Salinas California Letter from Tenant to Landlord Containing Notice of Unsafe Heater and Demand for Renewed Efforts to Remedy the Situation (Use this if the issue was previously reported but not resolved)Type 1: Salinas California Letter from Tenant to Landlord Containing Notice of a Broken Heater and Demand for Immediate Remedy [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Notice of Broken Heater, Unsafe Conditions, and Demand for Immediate Remedy Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to bring to your attention an urgent matter that requires immediate attention and resolution. The purpose of this correspondence is to formally notify you of the broken heater in my rented property located at [Address]. On [date], I discovered that the heater in my unit is malfunctioning, causing unsafe and inadequate heating conditions. Despite my attempts to adjust the thermostat settings and follow the operating instructions, the heater fails to produce any warm air. This poses significant health risks, especially during the colder months, and creates a discomforting living environment for myself and any other occupants of the property. It is my sincere belief that the current condition of the heater violates the principles of habitability, as established under California law. As a tenant, I have the right to a safe and livable space. It is the responsibility of the landlord to ensure that all essential amenities, such as heating, are functional and in working order. In light of the above, I kindly request that you take immediate action to remedy this situation. I expect the heater to be repaired or replaced promptly by a licensed and qualified technician. Given the urgency of the matter and the potential health risks involved, I trust that you will prioritize this repair and address the issue without any delay. Please be advised that the failure to rectify this problem within a reasonable time frame may result in serious consequences. If the heating issue is not addressed within [reasonable time frame, e.g., 7 days], I will be left with no choice but to explore my legal options, which may include contacting appropriate authorities, seeking legal representation, and withholding rent until the issue is resolved. I sincerely hope it does not come to that, as I value a positive and cooperative landlord-tenant relationship. Therefore, I kindly request your immediate attention to this matter. To facilitate prompt communication, I can be reached at the contact details provided above. I would appreciate receiving a response from you within 48 hours, outlining a plan to resolve the heating problem. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I trust that you will take this issue seriously and act in accordance with your legal obligations. I look forward to a swift resolution to ensure that my living conditions are restored to a safe and comfortable state. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Signature] Type 2: Salinas California Letter from Tenant to Landlord Containing Notice of Unsafe or Inadequate Heater and Demand for Immediate Remedy (Adjust the template to suit the specific issue — unsafe or inadequate heater) Type 3: Salinas California Letter from Tenant to Landlord Containing Notice of Unsafe Heater and Demand for Renewed Efforts to Remedy the Situation (Use this if the issue was previously reported but not resolved)
Para su conveniencia, debajo del texto en español le brindamos la versión completa de este formulario en inglés. For your convenience, the complete English version of this form is attached below the Spanish version.
